Tragic news! A fatal head-on collision occurred on Monday on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, involving two Mazda commercial buses with registration numbers LND 624 YE and EKY 804 YH. Unfortunately, one person lost their life, and eight others were injured, with varying degrees of severity, while traveling from Ilaje to Iyana-Oworonsoki. The incident is a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving practices. May the deceased rest in peace, and may the injured recover quickly.
Swift intervention by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, however, facilitated the rapid rescue of eight passengers, all of whom suffered severe fractures.
The injured were immediately taken to Gbagada General Hospital for urgent medical care, by the Lagos State Ambulance Services, LASAMBUS.
Police units from Bariga and Alonge Police Stations responded swiftly in providing critical security support during the rescue operation, ensuring order and expediting the efforts to restore normalcy.
Following further investigations, the immediate cause of the accident was attributed to mechanical failure, (Brake failure) and overspeeding which subsequently led to loss of control and the eventual crash of the bus behind into the one in front, claiming the life of the driver.
Reacting to the fatal crash, General Manager, LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the agency’s unwavering commitment to ensuring road safety and implored all motorists to strictly observe speed regulations and exercise caution while driving.
“The harrowing incident, which unfolded as both buses recklessly engaged in a high-speed chase from Adeniji Adele serves as a stark reminder of the catastrophic consequences of irresponsible driving practices,” he stated.
Bakare-Oki extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wished the injured a swift and full recovery.
In a related development, another accident occurred earlier, involving a Honda CRV (AKD 743 HV), which overturned on the Third Mainland Bridge near the UNILAG waterfront, also inbound Iyana-Oworonsoki.
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“Fortunately, no one was hurt in the Honda CRV accident, which was caused by excessive speeding. The swift response of LASTMA personnel ensured that the wreckage was quickly cleared, preventing any further disruption to traffic flow on the bridge. According to General Manager Olalekan Bakare-Oki, LASTMA’s prompt action helped maintain the free flow of traffic, showcasing the agency’s dedication to road safety and efficient incident management.”
